British Indian Pop Star Jay Sean and his best mate Woody, pull the curtain back on their careers in the entertainment industry, sharing hilarious and often unbelievable tales from behind the velvet rope and on the road. From a sold out Madison Square Garden to performing at gunpoint in Romania, Jay, Woody and guests banter back and forth about their experiences, life and 15 years of friendship.
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In this episode Jay and Woody are joined by singer, songwriter and producer Jenna Andrews. As they discuss how lockdown has inspired artists to use technology in new and interesting ways, so they can record music and collaborate around the world. How we can all take better care of their mental heath during these trying times and how the inspiration for such hit songs as BENEE’s “Supalonely” or Jay’s US #1 “Down” came out of completely unexpected places. Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode Jay and Woody are joined by actor, writer and producer Asim Chaudhry. Star of hit TV show People Just Do Nothing, Black Mirror - Bandersnatch, DC Universe and Netflix’s The Sandman and Wonder Woman 1984, as they discuss the creation of PJDN, the heroes of Hounslow, working with your idols, taking risks in comedy, the Office and Stephen Merchant and selling sneakers to Prince Charles. You don’t want to miss this one! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode the boys discuss what it’s like to work and party from home during lockdown, chatting with Jack Harlow about “Down”, the behind-the-scenes making of “I’m All Yours” feat. Pitbull and Jay’s flip on Olivia Rodrigo’s hit single “Drivers License”
In this episode, Jay and Woody are joined by singer, songwriter and actress Kiana Ledé. As they discuss preserving mental wellness during COVID lockdown, what its like to release music during a pandemic and play a game of “Ask The Internet” that reveals some VERY surprising and shocking answers!
In this episode, Jay and Woody are joined by mental health advocate and entrepreneur Zak Williams, son of the late actor Robin Williams and co-founder of PYM, a new mental health support brand. As they discuss his journey to finding a natural solution for depression and anxiety, the inspiration and guidance his father gave to him as well as what it was like growing up in Hollywood as the son of one of the most talented and beloved actors of his generation.
In this episode, Jay, his wife Thara & Woody are joined by Deepica Mutyala a South-Asian beauty entrepreneur, businesswoman, founder & CEO of Live Tinted. As they discuss how one viral moment can change your life, the challenges and rewards of being a brown women in business and how we can ALL take pride in our communities and Live Tinted!
In this episode, Jay, his wife Thara & Woody are joined by Deepica Mutyala a South-Asian beauty entrepreneur, businesswoman, founder & CEO of Live Tinted. As they discuss how one viral moment can change your life, the challenges and rewards of being a brown women in business and how we can ALL take pride in our communities and Live Tinted!
In this episode, Jay and Woody are joined by actor, model, musician, poet and artist Josh Whitehouse. As they discuss the price of fame, what its like to be cast in iconic roles such as the lead in Game of Thrones, modeling for Burberry, acting in the middle of a pandemic and how the musical process can help you find your character as actor.
In this episode, Jay and Woody are joined by Grammy nominated, multi-platinum selling songwriter turned manager Jared Cotter. As they discuss how he got his start in the music industry, performing as a contestant in the finals of American Idol, how he and Jay co-wrote "Down", "Do You Remember", "2012" and many more. As well as what it takes to run a successful management, media and production company as the co-founder of the Heavy Group.
In this episode, Jay and Woody are joined by songwriter, former head of Global Songwriter Relations for Spotify and the Head of LA based publishing and management label Beat House, Tiffany Kumar. As they discuss her time working alongside Diddy, what its like to be an up and coming songwriter, her initiatives to effect social reform alongside The Alliance for Safety and Justice and making mixtapes with Kanye West.
This week the boys are joined by author, motivational speaker, former monk and host of the #1 podcast "On purpose with Jay Shetty". And discuss overcoming hardship, how we can all develop the tools to discover true happiness and the secrets to discovering real meaning in all our lives.
In this episode Jay and Woody are joined by Priyanka Chopra’s manager, entrepreneur, philanthropist and Angel Investor, Anjula Acharia. They discuss their collective time in the entertainment industry, from helping Lady Gaga and 50 Cent break in India, working with media-mogul Jimmy Iovine and how combating their early experiences of racism and cultural insensitivity ended up helping guide and inform both their careers.l
In a change of pace this weeks episode of Basement Banter see’s Jay and Woody joined by Gurmat spiritual philosopher and founder of Nanak Naam, Bhai Satpal Singh. To discuss the benefits of mindfulness and meditation, conscious non-attachment, how to navigate the social media trap of “living for likes”, the difference between spiritual principles and beliefs and how we can all easily apply spirituality in our daily lives.
This week the boys discuss what its like trying to date during lockdown, the mystery and allure of masked singers, recording with Will Smith, trying to be funny for Jay-Z and Beyonce backstage at the Grammys, and the time Jay had to perform alongside a holographic rapper.
This week, Jamaican icon and superstar, Sean Paul joins Jay as they talk about funny stories from their past, legendary collabs, the importance of friendship and how Katy Perry probably never really knew who Jay was!
In this episode TikTok star and musical Comedian Morgan Jay join the boys as they talk about the unexpected benefits of messing up on stage, pushing boundaries in comedy and music and all of them cringing at Brian McKnights terrible idea to try and tell women about their anatomy and how it works in a song.
In this episode Jay and Woody are joined by Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Natasha Bedingfield as they talk about some epic and cringeworthy moments in their respective careers. From performing for crying children on schools tours, almost discovering Zayn Malik and being kicked out of Justin Bieber’s green room!
In this episode the boys talk about feeling “uncool in the cool crowd” at Cash Money after-parties, how ugly Jay felt standing next to Enrique at Madison Square Garden and awkward bathroom interactions with Bruno Mars!
In this episode Jay and the boys are joined by 2x Grammy winning artist, super mom and wellness activist, Melanie Fiona and discuss going on tour with Kanye West, Beyoncé’s slippery stages and how you find your happy place.”
In this episode, the boys are joined by special guest Jonathon Sadowski, star of the Young & Hungry, Lethal Weapon, and S#*! My Dad Says to discuss nights out in Hollywood, starting fights in an LA park and what to do with Vietnamese Dongs!
In this episode the boys take a look back at some of Jay's favorite music videos and the scandal of hidden Illuminati symbols and messages inserted into his US #1 Down feat. Lil Wayne.
In their debut episode, the boys discuss what inspires a song, what to do in the event of Jay's death, the controversy surrounding the DJ Regard remix of Ride It, and nearly coming to blows whilst filming a music video!
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